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drug_recall avandiaAn Avandia lawsuit is a legal option for people who have suffered injuries as a result of taking Avandia diabetes prescription medication. Avandia is a prescription drug developed by pharmaceutical company GlaxoSmithKline to treat type 2 or adult onset diabetes. This prescription medication was approved by the FDA in May 1999.
Combined with an appropriate diet and exercise program, Avandia treatment works to improve blood sugar control in diabetes mellitus patients. Avandia can help your body make use of the insulin it does produce and control the levels of sugar in the liver. Avandia can also be used in conjunction with other diabetes medications as directed by a health professional.
There are certain people who should not take Avandia for diabetes control. People with type one diabetes should not take this medication. People with a history of heart failure, liver disease, or fluid retention may not be able to take Avandia to control diabetes. Studies show that Avandia can aggravate liver functioning and cause inflammation of the liver. Patients who are taking Avandia should have periodic liver enzyme tests.
Avandia is similar to a drug called Rezulin (Parke-Davis). Rezulin was yanked from the market in 2000 after studies revealed that this diabetes medication causes severe liver failure. The FDA conducted studies to test the effects of Avandia and another medication called Actos, and found that these drugs did not carry the same risks associated with Rezulin. Because these medications are similar, it is important to have blood tests prior to beginning Avandia treatment and periodically throughout treatment.
Symptoms of liver problems while taking Avandia include vomiting, nausea, stomach pain, excessive fatigue, loss of appetite, yellowing of the eyes or skin (jaundice) and dark urine. If you experience any of these symptoms it is important to seek medical treatment immediately. If you develop liver problems as a result of taking Avandia you may be eligible to file an Avandia lawsuit to receive reparations for your losses.
There are other health problems that patients should be aware of while taking Avandia. Heart failure is a rare but potential side effect of taking Avandia for diabetes. The symptoms of heart failure include chest pain, shortness of breath or difficulty breathing, a rapid increase or decrease in weight and fluid retention. If you experience these symptoms while taking Avandia you should seek immediate medical attention. You may also wish to contact an attorney who can evaluate your eligibility to recover your losses through an Avandia lawsuit.
Hypoglycemia, or dangerously low blood sugar, is another potential side effect of Avandia. Headache, dizziness, rapid heartbeat, sweating, tremors, and weakness are all possible signs of hypoglycemia. Hypoglycemia is more likely when Avandia is taken with other oral diabetes medications, and should be discussed with your health care professional prior to beginning Avandia treatment. If you suffer from hypoglycemia because of Avandia you may be eligible for an Avandia lawsuit.
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